Senior Manager, Orthopedic Robotics R&D

Johnson Johnson

Boston (MA)

Hybrid

USD 140,000 - 210,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Sr Manager R&D Mechanical Engineering based in Boston, MA (hybrid with occasional in-person collaboration in Grenoble) to lead a global team developing orthopedic robotics systems. You will own mechanical architecture, DFx, prototyping, and verification while coordinating with systems, software, electronics, clinical, quality, and regulatory functions.

You will drive design reviews, ensure regulatory compliance, and partner with supply chain to transfer designs to

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, Biomedical Engineering, or related field.
3+ years of people leadership experience.
Experience designing electromechanical systems (actuators, gear trains, bearings, transmissions).
Strong CAD experience (SolidWorks, Creo) and GD&T.
Track record of taking products from concept through verification and transfer to manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and grow a global mechanical R&D team; drive hiring and career development.
Define mechanical system and sub-system architecture for robotic platforms.
Translate clinical and product requirements into detailed mechanical designs and DFx.
Deliver prototypes and production-ready designs within program budgets and schedules.
Establish verification & validation plans and support testing programs.
Ensure designs meet medical device quality and regulatory expectations (ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR 820).
Collaborate with supply chain and manufacturing to qualify suppliers and transfer designs to operations.
Lead cross-functional design reviews and manage risks.